2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
